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ECMO Management During Neurosurgical Procedure or Operation

Pre-procedure circuit considerations: Maintain venous flow as high as possible (at least > 500 mL) Maintain flow rate as high as possible (at least > 60 mL/kg/min) Have a clear primed circuit available...

Intracranial Hemorrhage on ECMO Neuromonitoring and Neuroprotection

Neuromonitoring Techniques to aid in the early recognition of worsening neurological function Neurological examination A comprehensive neurological examination, including assessment of pupillary reactions...

Anthony's Story

Meet Anthony  Anthony in football uniform For 12 years and two days, Anthony and his family waited for an effective treatment for the vascular malformation on his face, which affected his appearance...

Wise Use of Antibiotics: Tickborne Illnesses

Column Author: Morgan Vaughn, MD, FAAP | Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine; Education Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University...

Use of Advanced Technologies

Children’s Mercy seeks the best possible outcomes for our patients and families. In support of that goal, we may use carefully evaluated and validated advanced technology, including artificial...

Fetal Heart Block: Reese's Story

Taylor and Caleb Jeter's unborn daughter, Reese, was diagnosed with fetal heart block while they were stationed in Germany. They were referred to Children's Mercy Kansas City for specialized care, where...

Mental Health: Screens and Sanity: A Pediatrician’s Guide to Managing Recreational Media

Column Author: Trent Myers, MD | Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Column Editor: Sara Anderson, MD, MPH | Clinical Assistant Professor of...

Constipation: every parent’s favorite topic

It’s amazing how once you become a parent you begin to realize that talking about poop is just part of everyday conversation. Has your child pooped today? What was the consistency? What was the color?

Insurance Terms and Definitions

We know understanding insurance benefits and coverage can be confusing and overwhelming. Here are some common insurance terms and definitions.

What To Expect as a Children's Mercy Candidate

Learn what you can expect when you are chosen as a candidate for a position with Children's Mercy.

Lab Services

The Take CARE Employee Clinic and Pharmacy provides lab services. Anytime your provider recommends lab work, collections will be made within your care suite at the time of your appointment. From throat...

Stressing about what to do with your teen this summer?

Summer is coming. You have a teen at home. Did your heart just start pounding a little faster? Don’t freak out. We at Parent-ish have compiled a whole list of ideas to help keep your teen busy this summer.

Project ADAM: Become a Heart Safe School

Become a Heart Safe School with training for faculty and students to learn CPR, operate an AED and other skills to help a person experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest.

Clínica Hispana de Cuidados de Salud (CHiCoS)

Clínica Hispana de Cuidados de Salud (CHiCoS) is a culture and language coaching program for bilingual pediatric residents aiming to become professionally qualified providers of Spanish-language care.

Getting an IV

This is an IV. An IV is a small tube that is used to give your body water or medicine. It may also be used to get blood for a blood test. Numbing options At Children’s Mercy, we often use a J-tip or...

Powering Families Webinar Series

A monthly series of free webinars. Connect with Children’s Mercy Kansas City experts and partners on a variety of topics, including healthy eating, financial resources, anxiety and depression, kids’ safety...

Cardiovascular Genetics

The Cardiovascular Genetics Clinic is the only clinic in the region providing coordinated screening, diagnosis, management, and genetic counseling for genetic cardiac disease in children.  What to...

Peds Guide References

PedsGuide App References Asthma Atopic Dermatitis Autism Brief Resolved Unexplained Event (BRUE) Congenital Syphilis Diabetes/Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) Febrile Infant Resuscitation Seizure & Epilepsy...

Apps for Providers

Children’s Mercy offers a variety of apps to assist health care professionals. Learn about our Child Protector, Pediatric Decision Support, and Learning Center apps.

Durable Medical Equipment Providers

If you have commercial insurance, Medicare and Medicaid managed care plans or other state Medicaid insurance programs, you should ask about a list of in-network providers. If you currently have no...